Molly McVety

Molly McVety is a staff writer for PhillyVoice with interests in both the natural and man-made environment, community debates and all things pop culture. She has previously written for DelawareOnline / The News Journal and received her bachelor’s degree in environmental science from the University of Delaware. When she’s not writing Molly enjoys making and listening to music, taking long walks and cooking.

molly@phillyvoice.com

July 3, 2026

Philadelphia 250

The first organized baseball team formed in Philadelphia nearly 200 years ago

by Molly McVety

The Olympic Ball Club of Philadelphia formed in 1833 and is considered the first organized baseball team. It is among the historic contributions being recognized as part of Philly’s ‘52 Weeks of Firsts’ program in 2026.

July 2, 2026

Business

Why an owner who got special permits to keep six of his bars open until 4 a.m. isn't using all of them

by Molly McVety

While nearly 50 bars have had their Philadelphia 250 Permit approved by the PLCB, a number of businesses aren't utilizing their ability to extend their hours until 4 a.m. Here's one owner's explanation.

July 2, 2026

Investigations

Teen wanted in Penn State student's death arrested in Colorado

by Molly McVety

Azzubair Outen-Fleming, 16, one of two teens wanted in the shooting death of Penn State University student Billy Schmidt, was arrested Wednesday night in Colorado, U.S. Marshals say. The other suspect, Kaiseem Smith, remains at large.

June 30, 2026

Transportation

Here are the road closures and SEPTA detours for the Fourth of July concert and fireworks

by Molly McVety

The city has already started closing roads in preparation for the One Philly: Unity Concert for America that's taking place on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on Saturday.

June 30, 2026

Holidays

Looking for fireworks shows outside the city? Check out these July 4 festivities in the suburbs and South Jersey

by Molly McVety

Here's a list of July Fourth fireworks shows and festivities in the Philly suburbs and South Jersey. Quakertown has a car show, Conshohocken has a soap box derby and Camden has Motown group the Commodores.

June 29, 2026

Entertainment

Philly kids live their World Cup dreams, high-fiving Kylian Mbappé and escorting Vinícius Júnior

by Molly McVety

As part of FIFA’s Players Escort Program, kids from two Philly-based soccer organizations were chosen to walk onto the field with players during pregame ceremonies for World Cup matches.

June 29, 2026

Weather

This week's heat wave will be 'strongest we've seen in as much as 15 years,' meteorologist says

by Molly McVety

A heat watch will be in effect for the region from Wednesday afternoon through Saturday evening with temperatures expected to reach triple-digits for multiple days straight, the National Weather Service said.

June 29, 2026

Development

St. Peter’s Village, a quaint historic town along French Creek, is being put up for auction in September

by Molly McVety

St. Peter’s Village, a 19th-century industrial town along French Creek in northern Chester County that's protected under the National Register of Historic Places, will be sold to the highest bidder during an auction in September.

June 26, 2026

Transportation

PPA starts issuing speeding tickets using traffic cameras along Route 13 after warning period ends

by Molly McVety

The Philadelphia Parking Authority will start issuing speeding tickets using traffic cameras along a stretch of Route 13 in Northeast Philadelphia after a 60-day warning day ended Friday.

June 25, 2026

Jobs

Union of 1,200 nurses at Jefferson Einstein Hospital ratify new contract, avoiding strike

by Molly McVety

A union representing nearly 1,200 nurses at Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital agreed to a three-year contract with the hospital that includes increased wages, better staffing practices and expanded healthcare coverage.